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MCKENZIE RIVER

RIVER LEVELS
February 17, 2025


TOTAL RIVER DISCHARGE

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Total streamflow across the Mckenzie River was last observed at 34,852 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 69,128 acre-ft of water today; about 134% of normal. River levels are high. Average streamflow for this time of year is 25,959 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2019-04-08 when daily discharge volume was observed at 160,850 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Mckenzie River Near Coburg reporting a streamflow rate of 7,570 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Mckenzie River Bl Payne Cr with a gauge stage of 2094.27 ft. This river is monitored from 8 different streamgauging stations along the Mckenzie River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 3,020 ft, the Mckenzie River At Outlet Of Clear Lake.

The McKenzie River is a tributary of the Willamette River located in Oregon, stretching for approximately 90 miles. The river was named after Scottish-Canadian explorer Donald McKenzie, who first discovered the river in 1812. The McKenzie River is renowned for its clear water and pristine environment, making it a popular recreational destination for fishing, rafting, and hiking. The river also has several hydroelectric dams, including Cougar, Blue River, and Trail Bridge Reservoirs, which provide electricity to the surrounding areas. Aside from its recreational and energy uses, the McKenzie River is also crucial for irrigation, particularly for farming in the Willamette Valley. The river is home to a variety of fish species, including trout and salmon, and has been a conservation focus for many organizations.

Last Updated 2025-02-17
Discharge Volume 69,128 ACRE-FT
Streamflow 34,852.0 cfs
+20786.0 cfs (+147.77%)
Percent of Normal 134.26%
Maximum 160,850.0 cfs
2019-04-08
Seasonal Avg 25,959 cfs

YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)

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Streamflow Conditions
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Mckenzie River At Outlet Of Clear Lake
USGS 14158500
356 cfs 1.96 ft 2.01
Mckenzie River Bl Payne Cr
USGS 14158740
240 cfs 2094.27 ft 4.35
Mckenzie R Blw Trail Br Dam Nr Belknap Springs
USGS 14158850
936 cfs 6.65 ft 10.51
Mckenzie River Near Vida
USGS 14162500
5190 cfs 2.89 ft 64.24
Mckenzie River Blw Leaburg Dam
USGS 14163150
7120 cfs 7.38 ft 80.71
Mckenzie River Near Walterville
USGS 14163900
7520 cfs 5.63 ft 89.42
Mckenzie River Abv Hayden Br
USGS 14164900
6160 cfs 54.76 ft 54.77
Mckenzie River Near Coburg
USGS 14165500
7570 cfs 10.08 ft 32.11
History of the River
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The McKenzie River is a 90-mile (145 km) tributary of the Willamette River in western Oregon in the United States. It drains part of the Cascade Range east of Eugene and flows westward into the southernmost end of the Willamette Valley. It is named for Donald McKenzie, a Scottish Canadian fur trader who explored parts of the Pacific Northwest for the Pacific Fur Company in the early 19th century. As of the 21st century, six large dams have been built on the McKenzie and its tributaries.

       

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